Assistant Animal
Keeper – Birds Team
Join our vibrant
organisation!
As an action
oriented conservation charity, Marwell Wildlife’s desire is to connect people
with nature. Through enthusing people about the wonders of the natural world
we’re certain they’ll share our passion to conserve it. Our success relies on
two key things. The impression we create through our 140 acre zoological park,
Marwell Zoo, with its wide array of exotic and endangered species and the
family of talented people we employ who share our passion and bring our vision
to life.
We have an exciting
opportunity for an Assistant Animal Keeper to join our Birds Team, working 40
hours per week over 5 days. Assistant Animal Keepers are responsible for
ensuring high standards of animal welfare, health and animal husbandry at all
times and keeping daily checks and records.
The successful
candidate will be able to work well as part of a team, have the ability to use
their initiative and possess strong communication skills, as interacting with
members of the public is an essential part of the role.
Applicants must hold
5 GCSE’s or equivalent and have a demonstrable interest & enthusiasm for
animal conservation, management & welfare. In return we will offer you
support, training and continued professional development, not to mention a
fantastic working environment! You can also expect free entry to the park and
great event discounts.
If you would like to
join our unique and vibrant organisation and become part of our Marwell Family,
please visit our website, marwell.org.uk for a full candidate brief and our
application form. This application form must be completed for you to be considered
for this role.
Closing Date: 14th
June 2017
Interview dates:
Week commencing 20th June 2017
Successful
applicants for vacancies with Marwell Wildlife may be required to have a DBS
check as a condition of employment.
Marwell Wildlife is
an equal opportunities employer.
Colden Common,
Winchester, Hants, SO21 1JH. Registered charity number 275433. marwell.org.uk
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant        |
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